Adjectives of Weight, Adjectives of Body Shape, Adjectives of Beauty and Style and 4 More Topics · Adjectives: Physical Attributes

(of a person) having a large body size

"He looked porky."

"He is a little porky and could stand to lose a few pounds by exercising more and eating less junk food."

weighing less than the desired, healthy, or normal amount

"The dog is underweight."

"The doctor said the child is underweight and needs to eat more nutritious food."

having a lot of weight and not easy to move or pick up

"The bag is heavy."

"He struggled to carry the heavy shopping bags up the steep hill to his apartment."

(of people or animals) weighing much more than what is thought to be healthy for their body

"The cat is fat."

"The fat cat could barely fit through the cat door and its owner put the animal on a strict diet to help it lose weight."

(of people or animals) weighing less than what is thought to be healthy for their body

"The cat is thin."

"The stray dog was so thin that its ribs were clearly visible beneath its matted fur."

having little weight or mass, making it easy to carry or move

"The jacket is lightweight."

"The lightweight jacket is perfect for spring because it keeps you warm without being too heavy."

extremely thin to the point where the outlines of one's bones are visible beneath one's skin

"The chicken is bony."

"The bony fingers of the old woman gripped the cane tightly as she walked slowly across the icy sidewalk."

(of a person) slightly fat and heavy

"The woman is stout."

"The stout woman was strong and sturdy and she could carry heavy boxes up the stairs without getting tired or out of breath."

solidly built with a thick or muscular body shape

"He is chunky."

"The chunky boxer had a powerful build that allowed him to absorb punches and deliver strong blows."

having a waist that is slender or narrow

"She is slim-waisted."

"She is slim waisted and has a narrow waist that makes her look like an hourglass."

having long, slender legs in proportion to their body

"The horse is leggy."

"The horse is leggy with long thin legs that make it look elegant and fast."

having a short, plump, and unattractive figure

"The man was dumpy."

"He had a dumpy appearance, with a round belly and short legs that made him seem shorter."

short and broad in stature, often with a thick and sturdy build

"The man was squat."

"The squat, powerful bulldog stood firmly on all fours, its broad chest filling the doorway."

(of a person) having a wider lower waist and narrower upper waist, resembling the shape of a pear

"Her body is pear-shaped."

"Her body is pear shaped with narrow shoulders and wider hips and thighs."

(typically of a woman) having a curvy and well-proportioned body shape

"She is full-figured."

"She is full figured and proud of her curves even though fashion models are usually much thinner."

(of a person) having a height that is greater than what is thought to be the average height

"He is very tall."

"The tall basketball player easily reached the net and scored another point for his team."

(of a person) having a height that is less than what is thought to be the average height

"He is short."

"Despite being quite short, he was an excellent basketball player."

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

"He tries to keep fit."

"He tries to stay fit by going to the gym three times a week and eating a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables."

having a slender shape, often used to describe someone who is thin and wiry

"The runner was stringy."

"The meat is stringy and tough and hard to chew because it was cooked for too long at a low temperature."

physically thin, fit, and attractive

"He is trim."

"The trim runner maintained a strict diet and exercise routine to keep his physique in peak condition."

having little body fat

"He is lean."

"The lean meat had very little fat and it was healthier than a fatty cut but it needed careful cooking to stay moist."

having a very low amount of body fat

"The model is skinny."

"The skinny stray dog looked hungry and the kind woman gave it some food and water and took it to the vet."

(of a woman) small in an attractive way

"She is petite."

"The petite woman had to ask a tall stranger to reach the box on the top shelf because she could not get it herself."

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

"She is plump."

"The plump baker had rosy cheeks and a warm smile that made everyone feel welcome in her shop."

having a body that is chubby with soft-looking flesh

"His face is fleshy."

"The baby had wonderfully fleshy cheeks that made everyone want to pinch them gently and smile."

(of women or their body part) having a full or generously proportioned figure

"She has ample curves."

"The model was celebrated for her ample curves, which challenged traditional beauty standards in the fashion industry."

(of a woman's body) curvy and attractive with full breasts and wide hips

"She was voluptuous."

"The artist was inspired by the model's voluptuous figure, capturing her curves with exquisite detail."

pleasantly small and attractive, often implying a sense of elegance

"Her feet are dainty."

"The dainty teacups were made of fine china and the hostess handled them carefully because they were antiques from her grandmother."

having little or no hair on the head

"He is bald."

"The bald man wore a hat to protect his head from the sun because he had no hair to shield his scalp."

(of a person) physically attractive in a way that draws attention

"She looks sexy."

"She looks sexy in that red dress and everyone at the party could not stop staring at her."

having hair growing on the lower part of one's face

"The man is bearded."

"The man is bearded and has a thick beard that covers most of his face."

(of a person's appearance) clean and attractive

"You need to look presentable."

"You need to look presentable for the job interview so wear a suit and comb your hair neatly."

(typically of a man) stylish and neat in appearance, often characterized by well-groomed attire and attention to detail

"He looks dapper."

"The dapper gentleman wore a bow tie and polished shoes and he tipped his hat to every lady he passed on the street."

(typically of a man) attractive and confident, often implying charm and adventurousness

"He looks dashing."

"The dashing hero rode into town on a white horse and everyone admired his handsome face and confident smile."

unfashionable, outdated, and unattractive, often giving a sloppy appearance

"Her outfit was frumpy."

"She wore a frumpy, oversized sweater that did nothing to flatter her figure or style."

(of a person or their clothing) lacking style, elegance, or fashionable appeal

"Her dress is dowdy."

"Her dowdy clothes made her look much older than she really was and her friends encouraged her to try a more modern style."

extremely pleasing to the mind or senses

"The flower is beautiful."

"The beautiful sunset painted the sky in shades of orange and pink and the couple watched from their balcony."

visually pleasing in a charming way

"The flower is pretty."

"The little cottage had a pretty garden filled with colorful flowers and a charming picket fence."

(of a person) attractive and with a good taste in fashion

"She looks stylish."

"Her effortlessly stylish appearance and impeccable fashion sense always turned heads wherever she went."

having an appealing appearance that is stylish

"Her dress is chic."

"The actress looked incredibly chic in her elegant designer gown on the red carpet."

(of a person's style or clothes) dressy and fashionable, often conveying a sense of sophistication and elegance

"He looked very sharp."

"The businessman always presented a sharp image with his impeccably tailored suits and polished shoes."

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

"Her coat is fashionable."

"The fashionable young woman always wears the latest trends and styles from Paris."

having the age of thirteen to nineteen

"My brother is teenage."

"The teenage years are often a time of significant personal growth and self-discovery for young adults."

not old enough to legally engage in certain activities such as drinking or getting a driver's license

"He is underage."

"The bartender refused to serve the underage teenager because it is illegal to sell alcohol to anyone who is not yet twenty one."

having the characteristics that are typical of young people

"She has a youthful appearance."

"Despite her age she had a youthful energy that inspired everyone around her to stay active and enjoy life to the fullest every day."

old and mature of age

"The cheese is aged."

"The aged cheese had a strong flavor that not everyone liked but true cheese lovers considered it to be a delicacy worth trying."

(of hair) starting to turn gray or white due to aging

"His hair is graying."

"His hair is graying at the temples and he looks distinguished and older than his actual age."

recently born or just beginning life

"The baby is newborn."

"The newborn baby slept peacefully in her mother's arms while the proud father took photos with his phone and cried tears of joy."

intended for or related to young people, particularly in sports

"He plays junior tennis."

"The junior doctor was nervous during his first surgery but the senior surgeon guided him through every step of the procedure carefully."

in the developmental stage between childhood and adulthood

"Her son is adolescent."

"The adolescent boy spent most of his time playing video games and his parents worried about his lack of physical activity."

related to individuals in the age range of thirteen to nineteen

"He is a teen."

"The teen was excited about getting his driver's license and gaining more independence."

still in the earlier stages of life

"My sister is young."

"The young couple bought their first house together and spent the entire weekend painting the walls and arranging their new furniture inside."

fully developed and mature

"He is an adult."

"The museum exhibition featured a collection of contemporary art suitable for an adult audience."

referring to the process of getting older

"My parents are aging."

"The aging actor still performed on stage even though he was nearly eighty years old and had trouble remembering all of his lines."

living in the later stages of life

"My grandfather is old."

"The old tree in the backyard had been there for over a hundred years and provided shade for several generations of the family."

related to individuals who are considered elderly

"She is a senior citizen."

"The senior citizen received a discount on his bus pass because the city offers reduced fares for people over the age of sixty five."

preserving a youthful or unchanged appearance

"She looks ageless."

"Her ageless beauty and vibrant spirit made her seem much younger than her years."

partly or completely unable to hear

"He is deaf."

"The deaf woman communicates using sign language and she reads lips to understand what people are saying to her."

(of a part of the body) lacking feeling or sensation

"My fingers are numb."

"My fingers are numb from the cold and I cannot feel them even when I rub my hands together."

unable to move or feel part or all of one's body due to injury or illness

"His leg is paralyzed."

"His leg is paralyzed and he cannot walk without using a wheelchair or crutches to support himself."

having a physical or mental condition that limits one's movements, senses, or activities

"The parking is for handicapped."

"The handicapped parking space is reserved for people with disabilities and others who park there can receive a fine."

having autism spectrum disorder, a developmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior

"The child is autistic."

"Her son is autistic and has difficulty with social interactions and sensory processing."

experiencing partial or complete loss of vision

"He is visually impaired and uses a cane."

"The library has special books for visually impaired people that are printed in large letters and braille."

facing difficulties or obstacles due to physical, mental, or developmental conditions

"The program supports challenged students."

"He is physically challenged and uses a wheelchair to move around because his legs do not work."

having physical, mental, or developmental conditions

"They are differently-abled individuals."

"The school helps differently abled children by providing special equipment and teachers who are trained to work with them."

(of a body part) surgically removed or missing due to injury or medical condition

"The finger was amputated."

"His leg is amputated below the knee and he wears a prosthetic to help him walk."

relying on a wheelchair for mobility due to a physical disability

"The man is wheelchair-bound."

"She is wheelchair bound and cannot stand or walk without the help of her chair."

having a partial or complete loss of hearing

"The student is hearing impaired."

"He is hearing impaired and wears hearing aids to amplify sounds so he can understand speech."

having difficulty or limitations in moving around due to physical disabilities or conditions

"The elderly are mobility impaired."

"The patient is mobility impaired and needs a walker to move around the hospital room."

having difficulties with cognitive functions such as memory, learning, problem-solving, or understanding due to a developmental disorder, injury, or condition

"The child is cognitively impaired."

"The man is cognitively impaired and has difficulty remembering things and solving simple problems."

not able to see

"The blind man walked."

"Despite being blind, she developed an exceptional sense of hearing and memory."

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

"He is disabled but independent."

"The disabled parking space is reserved for people who have difficulty walking and need to park close to the entrance of the building."

having difficulty walking or moving due to disability in the feet or legs

"The dog is lame."

"The old dog had a lame front leg and struggled to keep up with the other animals."

unable to speak or produce sound

"The person is mute."

"The child is mute and cannot speak so she communicates using sign language and writing notes."

continuing to exist, breathe, and function

"The fish is still alive."

"The alive and active puppy ran around the yard chasing butterflies and barking at squirrels while its owner watched from the porch swing."

safe from catching a disease or being infected

"I am immune to chickenpox."

"I am immune to chickenpox because I had the disease when I was a little child."

remained free from harm, injury, or damage despite challenging or dangerous circumstances

"The car was unscathed."

"He survived unscathed and did not have a single scratch even though the car was completely destroyed."

clean and free from germs or contaminants

"The kitchen is sanitary."

"The hospital is sanitary and all surfaces are cleaned regularly to prevent the spread of infection."

enjoying good health and strength

"My grandfather is hale."

"My grandfather is hale and hearty at eighty five years old and he still goes for a long walk every morning without fail."

well-fed and receiving proper nutrients for healthy growth and development

"The plant is nourished."

"The baby is well nourished and growing at a healthy rate because his mother breastfeeds him regularly."

(typically of an elderly) lively and full of energy

"The elder is sprightly."

"The old lady is sprightly and moves quickly and energetically even though she is over eighty years old."

indicating or promoting healthiness and well-being

"The climate is salubrious."

"The salubrious climate of the coastal town attracts retirees who want to escape harsh winters and enjoy fresh air and sunshine all year."

energetic and agile, especially in older age

"My grandfather is still spry."

"The spry elderly woman still played tennis every weekend and she often beat opponents who were half her age."

having good health, especially after recovering from an illness or injury

"I am well now."

"I hope you are feeling well today because we have a lot of work to do and we need your help."

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

"Eating vegetables is healthy."

"Eating fresh fruits and vegetables every day is a healthy habit that can prevent many diseases and keep your body strong."

healthy in both body and mind, without any illness or problems

"She is in sound health."

"After a long period of illness, the doctor confirmed that her mind and body were finally sound again."

having qualities that promote good health and well-being

"This is wholesome food."

"The movie offered wholesome entertainment for the entire family with no violence or bad language."

physically strong and healthy

"He is robust."

"Despite his advanced age, the man remained remarkably robust and active, enjoying daily walks."

(of a person) very energetic and outgoing

"She is very lively."

"The lively market was full of vendors selling fresh fruits vegetables and handmade crafts while musicians played cheerful tunes in the background."

describing a person or identity that lacks a specific gender or does not identify with any gender

"My friend is agender."

"My friend is agender and does not identify as male or female or any other gender."

possessing both male and female characteristics or displaying a gender-neutral appearance

"The model is androgynous."

"The model is androgynous and looks both masculine and feminine at the same time."

describing or relating to someone whose gender identity does not correspond with their birth sex

"He is transgender."

"The transgender woman finally felt comfortable in her own body after undergoing hormone therapy and receiving support from her family and friends."

related to someone whose gender identity does not fit in the traditional binary categories of male or female

"My friend is non-binary."

"My friend is non binary and uses they and them pronouns instead of he or she."

relating or referring to individuals whose gender identity can change over time, shifting between different genders or expressions

"My cousin is genderfluid."

"My cousin is genderfluid and feels like a man sometimes and a woman other times."

(of a person) having no sexual interests or not experiencing any sexual attraction

"He identifies as asexual."

"He identifies as asexual and does not feel sexual attraction to anyone regardless of gender."

involving or related to the physical activity of sex

"The joke was not sexual."

"The movie contained sexual content so it was not appropriate for children under seventeen years old."

related to a person who is sexually and emotionally attracted to people regardless of their gender or sex

"She is pansexual."

"She is pansexual and is attracted to people regardless of their gender identity or biological sex."

related to individuals who only experience sexual attraction after forming a strong emotional bond or connection with someone

"She identifies as demisexual."

"She identifies as demisexual and only feels sexual attraction after forming a strong emotional bond with someone."

relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

"The painting is erotic."

"The painting is erotic and depicts two lovers embracing in a sensual and intimate pose."

belonging to the sex that cannot give birth to babies or lay eggs but is capable of fertilization of the opposite sex

"He is male."

"The young male lion protected his pride from any potential threats in the savanna."

belonging to the sex that is fertilized by the opposite sex and can lay eggs or give birth to babies

"She is female."

"The biologist noted the distinct physical characteristics of the female specimen in her study."

related to qualities, characteristics, or behaviors typically associated with women

"She has a feminine."

"Her gentle demeanor and compassionate nature were often described as distinctly feminine."

related to qualities, characteristics, or behaviors typically associated with men

"He has a masculine."

"His strong, assertive personality and deep voice were perceived as traditionally masculine."

(of a person) having a sexual or romantic attraction to people of the opposite gender

"He is heterosexual."

"He openly discussed his heterosexual orientation and his desire to find a compatible life partner."

(of a person) having a sexual or romantic attraction to people of the same gender

"She is homosexual."

"The novel explores the challenges and joys of a homosexual relationship in a conservative society."

referring to individuals whose sexual orientation or gender identity does not fit traditional societal norms, including those who identify as LGBTQ+

"They are queer."

"The community center offers support and resources for a diverse range of queer individuals and allies."

(of a person) having a sexual attraction to people of both their own gender and other genders

"He is bisexual."

"Her bisexual identity meant she experienced romantic and emotional connections with people of multiple genders."